Long ischaemic stricture of the interposed colon

Thorax. 1988 Oct;43(10):796-7. doi: 10.1136/thx.43.10.796.

Abstract

A case is reported of a long segment stricture in a colonic oesophageal replacement with radiographic evidence to support the diagnosis of ischaemia. Ischaemia of the substitute organ following oesophageal resection is a well recognised, serious complication that usually results in anastomotic leakage. If the anastomosis heals primarily, late manifestations of ischaemia are rare.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Colon / transplantation*
  • Esophageal Stenosis / etiology*
  • Esophagus / blood supply*
  • Humans
  • Ischemia / etiology*
  • Male
  • Postoperative Complications*
  • Transplantation, Autologous